In this column we take a look at unusual Renault products.
A simple blue box, with no printing on the outside. As soon as the lid is lifted from its base, we get a full view of a brilliant sculpture of the Renault Avantime, over 28 centimetres long. It is an imposing model that represents the basic lines of this special collaboration between Renault and Matra. There are smaller sculptures of the Avantime available in larger numbers. Also known are the chromed Avantime in 1:21.5 scale and the cube with 3D air bubbles that represent the contours of the car. This means that the Avantime has inspired many artists.
However, the origin of this work of art is completely unknown. The scale is about 1 in 16.5, which is also very unusual. Someone has suggested that it was a pastry mould. This Avantime is detailed on the outside but not on the inside. Also, a baking tin should be slightly malleable. This cast metal model weighs no less than 1.7 kg. If anyone knows more, please send an e-mail to the editors!
Do you have uncommon or rare Renault-products that would fit into this column? Or do you own something of which its function is a mystery to you? Send your high-resolution picture(s) to losangemagazine@gmail.com.